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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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During aquatic eutrophication, severe depletion of dissolved oxygen caused by microbial decomposition is called:
Options
A Hyperoxia
B Hypoxia
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C Nitrification
D Fixation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Decomposition of dead algal blooms by aerobic bacteria depletes dissolved oxygen, producing hypoxic condition.

Hint

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